Janou Scherb, 79 (Dec. 23, 1946-Feb. 23, 2026)
Janou Scherb, 79, passed away peacefully in her home on Feb. 23, 2026. We are heartbroken to lose her so suddenly. Janou was born on Dec. 23, 1946, in the south of France to...
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